Nursing Assistant (CNA)

State Registered Nursing Assistant

This position is responsible for providing daily care and services to assure each resident attains or maintains his/her highest practicable level of function under the supervision of a licensed nurse.

Qualifications:

• High school graduate or GED.
• Completion of certified nursing assistant program.
• Registered in good standing with registry board
• Minimum of 6 months experience in a long term care setting preferred.
• Ability to follow direction with minimal oversight.
• Organizational skills.
• Knowledge of safety regulations.
• Knowledge of supplies and equipment used by department and the care of this equipment.
• Ability to read, speak, write and understand English.
• Ability to tactfully deal with facility personnel, residents, family members, visitors, etc.
• Meet all health requirements imposed by law.
• Basic data entry skills and the ability to type.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provides daily personal care (bed mobility, turning and repositioning, basic skin care, transfers, ambulation/mobilization, dressing, grooming, bathing, toileting) to residents according to current standards of nursing practice, state, federal regulations and resident care plan.
• Prepares resident for meals; serves and collects trays, assists in setting up and feeding residents; serves fresh water and nourishments when indicated.
• Obtains, reports and documents resident's vital signs, weights, food and fluid intake, fluid output, etc…as directed by Charge Nurse.
• Maintains resident environment in clean, sanitary, comfortable manner that eliminates potential safety hazards.
• Maintains resident's privacy and dignity.
• Monitor for changes in resident condition and notify Charge Nurse
• Document daily provision of services according to facility policy.
• Follow established safety and infection control procedures.
• Participates in all required inservice training.
• Maintains safe working conditions and follows dress code.
• Reports to supervisor all complaints and grievances made by residents, families and visiting individuals.
• Adheres to and promotes Code of Conduct.
• All other duties as assigned.